Convenient classes and times, opening hours, parking. Gym generally clean and in good order although can be slow to fix machines needing repairs (eg exercise bikes).

A bit pushy on marketing eg trying to sign up friends as members etc. One experience of having a pt session was a waste of time as the trainer didn't listen to what I wanted out of the sessions (I'd just had a baby and weight loss was not my main priority) so didn't have any more.

I have enjoyed body balance and spin classes - instructors generally pretty good.

I've been to a few gyms and this one is great in terms of facilities, classes etc. Very new, clean and up to date. Plenty of parking. Bit more expensive than others though.

Good location. Pretty close to the station. Price is alright. Flexible opening hours and nice staff. Overall good.

Its pretty dear, but its very good in terms of facilities. I am trialling it for 2 months but am pretty happy with it so far.

*** Does Not have a pool ***

Approximate cost: $23 per week

I've only recently joined and it's my first time joining a gym, so I don't have a lot of basis for comparison, but but so far I have been happy with my decision.
Good things:
- location (there are not many other gyms nearby to Coburg - and the alternatives seemed to have less equipment or classes), good hours, plenty of parking - all things that could stop someone going to the gym as regularly as they planned
- equipment - there are always machines available and they've so far been clean, easy to use and in good working order
- classes - there is a good range of classes at different times and the instructors are great, they also let class members request songs and they mix and match routines so it keeps it fun and interesting
- staff - everyone I've dealt with has been friendly and professional, and the receptionist always greets me on arrival
- customers - other people at the gym seem friendly and down-to-earth, so I don't feel intimidated at all
- ladies only gym - sometimes it's full but it is great to have this quiet, more private alternative to the main sections
- steam room - I haven't used this but will soon when I feel brave enough! It's nice to have the option of somewhere to relax after a workout

Not so good:
- pushy sales - I did feel a bit pressured to sign up on the spot, and then later when I thought I'd signed up for an email newsletter another salesperson (who didn't know I was a member) rang me multiple times a day over Easter weekend until I answered my phone - pretty rude and inappropriate if you ask me. They also tried to get contact details for friends and family so they could try and sign them up. I guess this is part and parcel of most gyms but it just pays to do your research in advance I guess and resist the pressure until you make up your own mind
- lack of a swimming pool - the alternative was the local leisure centre which does have a pool, but then most gyms don't have pools
- cost - the price is pretty standard I think but some other local gyms might be cheaper - but I do think this is the best facility in the Coburg area so it's probably worth paying that little bit extra
- the most disappointing part has been the lack of options for getting set up with a training program (aside from personal training, which I can't afford right now). I completed the Kickstart program which includes 3 PT sessions and, I thought, a program to continue with on your own. But I think you have to sign up for more PT sessions to get the program. There are no other programs for newbies like me to learn about the weights machines etc

Approximate cost: $19.95 p/week